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Dr. Bruce Daggy

Dr. Bruce Daggy

Senior VP of R&D and Chief Science Officer for Shaklee.

Dr. Bruce P. Daggy, Ph.D., served as Senior Vice President of Research & Development and Chief Science Officer of NutriSystem Inc. since February 2010. Dr. Daggy joined the NutriSystem, Inc. ("Nutrisystem") in 2010.

His responsibilities included new product development, clinical research, and outreach to the medical community. Dr. Daggy has 25 years of experience in Healthcare R&D, working across a number of therapeutic areas and in product formats ranging from beverages and supplements to pharmaceuticals.

Prior to joining Nutrisystem, he spent 13 years at GlaxoSmithKline, including four years as Vice President of Weight Control R&D. As Vice President of GlaxoSmithKline’s Nutritional Healthcare Division from 2001 to 2005, he led a research program that encompassed a wide range of applications, from fortified beverages in developing countries to sport nutrition. In addition, Dr. Daggy held various positions in Healthcare R&D with Procter & Gamble.

He currently also serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Nutrition, Food and Exercise Sciences Department of Florida State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Nutritional Biochemistry from Cornell University and a BA in Biology from University of Virginia, and is a Member of the American Society for Nutrition and the Obesity Society.

He has authored over 75 publications and twelve issued U.S. patents. His volunteer activities include Membership on the Philadelphia Board of Directors of the American Diabetes Association, and Co-Chair of the Corporate Advisory Council of the Obesity Society.

Dr. Sunny Park

Dr. Sunny Park

Dr. Park obtained a Ph.D. in Biochemical and Human Nutrition at The Ohio State University, USA, and an MS/BS in Foods & Nutrition in Seoul, South Korea.

Dr. Park is a Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) and she has over 25 years of post-doctoral experience in major food/beverage and medical food companies and academia, including 17 years of clinical trial management experience. She has taught a number of nutrition classes as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Human Nutrition at The Ohio State University for 15 years and authored 57 peer-reviewed scientific papers, book chapters, and abstracts and she has a wide knowledge on the importance of prenatal and postnatal nourishment for mother and baby.

Dr. James Scala

Dr. James Scala

Dr. Scala is a certified nutrition specialist and a biochemist with degrees from Columbia and Cornell universities. He did post-graduate studies at Harvard and Indiana universities and was awarded an honorary degree (LHD) from Hofstra University in recognition of his book for people with Crohn’s disease.

He also taught biochemistry related to chronic illness at Georgetown medical school. Most of his students were doctors in the military as they had a broader responsibility than most physicians.

His focus has been on teaching contemporary nutrition and the biochemistry of inflammation.

He has authored 14 books, including Eating Right for a Bad Gut, Prescription for Longevity, and The Arthritis Relief Diet, along with more than 50 scientific papers and magazine articles. He is a fellow in the American College of Nutrition who taught at Georgetown Medical School, UC Berkeley, and other universities.

With the Shaklee Corporation, he made a four-part video entitled. The Nature of Nutrition that is used in schools and most notably the U.S. Olympic Training Center. Jim served as nutritionist for the Voyager flight, three Mt. Everest expeditions, and was the U.S. Olympic Ski Team nutritionist for the 1984 and 1988 Games. He was awarded a gold Mickey Mouse watch by Walt Disney for his work on Disney’s EPCOT center. He also toured with the astronaut Alan Shepard to teach nutrition.

Dr. Richard Brouse

Dr. Richard Brouse

Dr. Brouse is a retired chiropractic physician, biochemist, certified clinical nutritionist, and seasoned lecturer. Author, teacher, and passionate health advocate, Dr. Brouse is not just about treating symptoms - he's about reshaping lives.

In 1977, his vision led to the establishment of The Sunnyside Health Center and Chiropractic Clinic. After dedicating 44 enriching years to clinical practice, he's shifted his focus to something groundbreaking: biochemical coaching. Tailored to those who yearn for a holistic wellness journey, he intricately designs programs balancing diet, exercise, stress relief, and evidence-based nutritional supplements.

But what truly distinguishes Dr. Brouse is his innate ability to make complex scientific concepts digestible for everyone. Attend his weekly Coffee Talks, and you're in for a transformative experience – one that bridges the gap between science and everyday health.

Dr. Jamie McManus M.D.

Dr. Jamie McManus M.D.

Dr. Jamie McManus practiced family medicine for 15 years with special emphasis in preventive medicine and women’s health.

She has also shared her knowledge of nutrition, weight management, exercise, and healthy lifestyle on stage, radio, and television for many years.

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Dr. Stephen Chaney

Dr. Stephen Chaney

Dr. Stephen Chaney PhD is a best-selling author and has taught human metabolism and nutrition to first-year medical and dental students for 40 years and ran an active cancer research program for 37 years.

He has published over 100 papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals and is a highly sought-after speaker on the topic of holistic approaches to health.

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Debbie Miller

Debbie Miller

Debbie Miller specializes in gut health using natural nutrition and is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (CHHP), Integrative Nutrition Health Coach (INHC), and a Certified Functional Nutrition Lab-Digestive Intensive Practitioner (FNL-DI).

Dr. George Wootan M.D.

Dr. George Wootan M.D.

Dr. George Wootan is a Family Physician specializing in Functional Medicine, which focuses on restoring the patient's health by looking at the cellular function rather than symptoms.

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